Gold with Sphalerite
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Thin platy bright crystalline native gold on matrix with sphalerite. In good condition, good examples of crystallized gold from this mining district were never very common on the market.The Roata mine, located within the historic mining district of Cavnic in Maramures County, Romania, has a rich extraction history dating back centuries, with organized mining documented as early as the Middle Ages. Geologically, the deposit is situated in the Gutai Mountains within the Neogene volcanic arc of the Eastern Carpathians, characterized by complex hydrothermal vein systems. The ore bodies formed through intense volcanic and magmatic activity, yielding massive polymetallic reserves rich in lead, zinc, copper, gold, and silver, alongside exceptional accessory mineral specimens such as distinctive blue barite, quartz, and sulfides.
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SpeciesGold, Sphalerite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.0 x 2.5 x 1.0 cm
Added on08/04/2026
LocalityRomania, Maramureș County, Roata Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2026 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | Weinrich Minerals | Not disclosed |
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iconic native metal with sculptural crystals, herringbone leaves, and rich yellow hues; prized by collectors for locality lore, rarity, and striking form.Regional guide
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